digestive

//daɪˈdʒɛstɪv//
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Adjective

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1

Relating to or affecting the process of digesting food.

The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients.

2

Aiding or promoting the digestion of food.

This herbal tea has digestive properties that help after a heavy meal.

Noun

1

A food or medicine that aids or promotes digestion.

After a heavy meal, she took a digestive to help settle her stomach.

2

(British) A round semi-sweet biscuit made from wholemeal flour.

Would you like a digestive with your tea?

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